Field Service Engineer - Automation Industry

ProAutomated Inc.•Arlington, TX

11d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

ProAutomated is building its hiring pipeline for early 2026 for curious, adaptable problem-solvers who enjoy travel and hands-on work. The role includes four weeks of paid training for technically skilled individuals with a foundation in electrical systems, programming, and communication networking. Field Service Engineers travel on rotating schedules and work directly with customers across North America. There is no office to report to, and employees are away from home while working. ProAutomated partners with system integrators and manufacturers rather than installing systems. Field Service Engineers help ensure automation projects work as intended by supporting data center startups and leading startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems. They work on-site with automation and controls engineers, communicate with customers and project teams, and troubleshoot and validate systems. Projects may involve varied work sites and industries, including food and beverage. The position offers a starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience, plus per diem for meals, mileage reimbursement, utilization bonuses, and weekend bonuses. The company provides paid training, annual merit raises, and a 5% salary increase after six months. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, a matching 401(k), short- and long-term disability options, paid vacation, and flexible time off after 18 months. The company describes itself as a smaller, people-first team that values teamwork, adaptability, humor, high standards, and employee growth.

Requirements

A technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience of 3 or more years in a related field, such as electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering.
A working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills is preferred and is described as a foundation for success in training.
Willingness to travel and be away from home while working on rotation.
Adaptability and grit when plans change or challenges arise.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Must live within 50 miles of a major airport; relocation assistance is available.
Must have a personal vehicle within 45 days of employment for local projects.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to walk long distances across large facilities or job sites.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs or work at heights.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
Ability to work in varied environments, including construction sites and outdoor settings, and in hot or cold conditions.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of electrical systems, programming, and communication networking skills.

Responsibilities

Support data center startups by performing on-site mechanical, electrical, and control checks.
Lead startup, checkout, and acceptance testing for warehouse fulfillment and manufacturing systems.
Partner with automation and controls engineers to test, troubleshoot, and validate systems on-site.
Provide clear communication and updates to customers and project teams.
Travel to customer projects across North America on rotating schedules.
Work with customers while coordinating with and receiving support from the ProAutomated team.

Benefits

Four weeks of paid training.
Starting salary of $60,000–$75,000, depending on location, education, and experience.
Per diem for meals.
Mileage reimbursement.
Utilization bonuses.
Weekend bonuses.
Annual merit raises.
A 5% salary increase after six months.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Life insurance.
Matching 401(k).
Short- and long-term disability options.
Paid vacation.
Flexible time off after 18 months.
Relocation assistance is available.